Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974

Explore the pivotal changes in American labor law with Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 by James Wooten. Published by the University of California Press in 2005, this comprehensive 430-page hardback delves into the complexities of ERISA, a landmark legislation that transformed employer-sponsored retirement and health plans. Wooten meticulously details how public officials navigated significant opposition from both business sectors and organized labor to enact this critical law. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the intersections of politics, labor, and legal history in the United States. Whether you are a student of political science or a professional in the field of employment law, Wooten's analysis provides valuable insights into the legislative processes that shaped modern retirement security and health care benefits.